2023-10-31 08:39:03
The Department of Medical Services warns the elderly, young children and those with chronic medical conditions. They are a group at risk of developing respiratory diseases during the changing weather conditions. By wearing thick clothes Exercise regularly Eat hot food, drink warm water and get enough sleep.
On 31 Oct. 2023 Dr. Natthaphong Wongwiwat, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services Said that during this period there has been a change in the weather in some areas, the temperature has dropped, the air has become colder, and in some areas there has been rain as well. which may occur suddenly If the body cannot adapt in time, it may cause various diseases, so special caution must be taken. Especially among young children, the elderly, and people with chronic illnesses. Considered to be a high-risk group that is easily affected by health problems such as respiratory diseases such as
Common cold, influenza, pneumonia, measles
Parents, guardians, and those who take care of the elderly Therefore, we must understand and know how to take care of our health to be safe from various diseases during the changing weather conditions.
Recommendations for people to take care of their own health and that of their families during the time of weather change. Young children should eat nutritious food from all 5 food groups. For the elderly, their body temperature should be kept warm at all times. By wearing clothing that is thick enough Cover yourself with a blanket to keep yourself warm. Avoid being in cold places. Move your body often. Eat hot food and a variety of all 5 groups, drink 6 – 8 glasses of warm water per day and get adequate sleep.
In addition, skin problems have been found in the elderly, such as dry skin, dermatitis and itching. This is because the elderly have less subcutaneous fat and the sebaceous glands function less. It can cause the skin to lose moisture. The way to prevent this is not to shower too often and in too hot water. Apply lotion or oil to the skin following showering. Be careful of circulatory system disease or congenital disease such as
Coronary artery disease Stroke High blood pressure
You should take care of your body and keep it warm. Don’t eat spicy food. Exercise regularly Take medicine for congenital disease as prescribed by the doctor. For those suffering from chronic joint pain, lower temperatures may trigger inflammation such as gout. Keep your body warm. If you have flu symptoms, you should wear a face mask. To prevent the spread of disease Wash your hands often. and avoid crowded places
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